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Popular US fast food chain backed by Usher and Samuel L Jackson set to open 60 stores in the UK - with dish so spicy you have to sign a waiver to eat
American fast-food sensation Dave's Hot Chicken is set to spice up the UK's culinary scene by opening 60 stores across the nation - with some dishes so fiery they require a signed waiver.
The chain, which gained fame in the U.S. for its unique flavour and quality, boasts 199 sites across America and has been endorsed by celebrities like Usher and Samuel L. Jackson.
Established in 2017 by childhood friends Dave Kopushyan, Arman Oganesyan, and Tommy Rubenyan in an East Hollywood car park, Dave's Hot Chicken has quickly become a household name, according to its website.
Now, the trio is set to venture into pastures new, as an agreement with the Azzurri Group, which operates popular UK brands like Zizzi, ASK Italian, and Coco di Mama, means Dave's Hot Chicken will open 60 sites across the UK.
The first store is planned to open in London early next year, offering British chicken enthusiasts a chance to experience their signature spiced-to-order chicken.
American fast-food sensation Dave's Hot Chicken is set to spice up the UK's culinary scene by opening 60 stores across the nation
One of the most notable features of Dave's Hot Chicken is its seven levels of spice, ranging from No Spice to Reaper.
The Reaper level, which incorporates the Carolina Reaper pepper with an average of 1,641,183 Scoville heat units, is so intense that diners must sign a waiver before eating it. To date, only about 100,000 daring customers have taken the plunge.
Beyond its spicy offerings, Dave's Hot Chicken is committed to quality ingredients and authenticity, sourcing chicken from local farms and using a secret blend of spices to craft their signature dishes.
Popular menu items include jumbo chicken sliders, crunchy chicken tenders, kale slaw, crinkle fries, and Dave's homemade house sauce.
Bill Phelps, CEO of Dave's Hot Chicken, said: 'We know there is an opportunity to make Dave's Hot Chicken one of the iconic restaurant brands, and we do that by partnering with incredible operators, like Azzurri Group.
'The flavour of Dave's Hot Chicken resonates across borders, and we're looking forward to the first UK store getting open soon.'
In 2022, Dave’s Hot Chicken was named the fastest-growing chain in the U.S.
It has also attracted investment from notable figures such as singers Drake and Usher, and actor Samuel L. Jackson, according to Business Insider.
Popular menu items from the chicken chain include jumbo chicken sliders, crunchy chicken tenders, kale slaw, crinkle fries, and Dave's homemade house sauce
Established in 2017 by childhood friends Dave Kopushyan, Arman Oganesyan, and Tommy Rubenyan in an East Hollywood car park, Dave's Hot Chicken has quickly become a household name
One of the most notable features of Dave's Hot Chicken is its seven levels of spice, ranging from No Spice to Reaper - which is so fiery it needs a signed waiver for it to be consumed
This expansion into the UK follows similar moves by American chains Popeyes and Chick-fil-A, signaling a growing appetite for American fast food in the British market.
It comes after Popeyes took a page out of Taylor Swift's songwriting book and called out its competitor in an ad inspired by the pop star that had a hidden dig at Chick-fil-A.
The fast-food giant is showing their appreciation for their customers on May 17 by offering meat lovers a free chicken sandwich with any $10 purchase as it makes sure to remind loyal fans that - unlike Chick-fil-A - it's open on Sundays.
In honor of National Customer Appreciation Day, Popeyes shared its latest deal - advertising it in the same vein as the Cruel Summer hitmaker's newest album, The Tortured Poets Department.
Following in Taylor's footsteps, it looks like the quick food service may have bad blood with Chick-fil-A as it revealed a secret message in the ad, which read, 'Open Sundays,' and was a nod to the the singer's latest song thanK you aIMee, which spells out 'Kim.'